Mokelumne Wilderness is northeast of the trail and east of Salt Springs Reservoir. Permit required to extend your visit beyond one day and is available at Hathaway Pines Ranger Station 35 miles south of Bear Valley on Hwy 4.

The town of Bear Valley features restaurants, grocery, developed recreation excursions, & hotel

Swimming, paddling, and boating at Union & Utica Reservoirs and Spicer Meadow Reservoirs just south of Tamarack, across the highway and down Spicer Meadow Rd.

Parking and Staging

Parking and roads are impacted by weather. Area trailheads inaccessible in winter and possibly into late spring by vehicle. Talk with the Calaveras Ranger District representative at 209-795-1381 when planning your trip.